Case Study, University of Greenwich

Background

Size: 714 Bedrooms

Location: Devonport House, Daniel Defoe Hall and Cutty Sark Hall, London

Overview: During the period of our contract, Derwent FM managed three student accommodations for the University of Greenwich: Devonport House, Daniel Defoe Hall, and Cutty Sark Hall, all located in East London. These properties, situated in the vibrant heart of Greenwich, offered unique living experiences for different segments of the student population. Situated close to the Docklands Light Railway, shops, and bars the properties are an integral part of the local community,

Services

Total facilities management: Our contract on site encompassed a wide range of services, including cleaning, security, grounds maintenance, helpdesk support, launderette facilities, event management, and sustainable transport initiatives. Additionally, our facilities management services cover on-site management, 24-hour helpdesk support, security, various cleaning tasks (routine, periodic, and reactive), window cleaning, waste management and recycling, HSQE management (health, safety, quality, and environmental), laundry service, pest control, and hard services such as fabric maintenance, mechanical and electrical works, and plumbing

Sustainability on Site

• Initiatives: Promotion of sustainable transport through the Brompton bike scheme and well-maintained bicycle storage facilities at Daniel Defoe Hall.

Student Wellbeing

• Engagement: Regular events and activities, especially at Daniel Defoe Hall, fostered a strong sense of community among residents.